Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSmall stone circle on Delf Hill

Small stone circle on Delf Hill

England
List entry 1008916
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Small stone circle on Delf Hill is a Bronze Age monument located in Lancashire. The circle consists of a modest arrangement of stones positioned on elevated moorland, representing a settlement or ritual focus typical of upland Bronze Age activity in northwest England. Such monuments reflect the cultural practices and land use patterns of prehistoric communities during the second millennium BCE. The site contributes to understanding Bronze Age populations and their relationship with the Lancashire landscape.

Small stone circle on Delf Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008916. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Small stone circle on Delf Hill?

Small stone circle on Delf Hill is a Bronze Age monument located in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008916.

Who is responsible for protecting Small stone circle on Delf Hill?

Small stone circle on Delf Hill is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1008916.

What other scheduled monuments are near Small stone circle on Delf Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 90m east of Twist Castle (1.1 km), Twist Castle Romano-British farmstead (1.2 km), Bowl barrow on Hameldon Pasture (1.4 km).

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